John F. Fitzgerald
American politician; Mayor of Boston
Born
February 11th, 1863
162 years ago
Died
1950
75 years ago — 87 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United States
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Served as the Mayor of Boston from 1906 to 1908 and from 1910 to 1914. Held office as a U.S. Congressman from 1919 to 1921. Advocated for urban development and public welfare initiatives during tenure. Engaged with the Democratic Party and supported various reforms.
Served two terms as Mayor of Boston
Held a seat in the U.S. Congress
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